Summary
The November 1971 issue of HealthPAC Bulletin focuses on the critical shortage and maldistribution of health personnel in the U.S., particularly highlighting the racial disparities in medical education and the need for reforms. It discusses the Health Professions Educational Assistance (HPEA) Amendments, which authorize significant federal funding for medical education but primarily benefit institutional support over student assistance, raising concerns about accessibility for low-income and minority students. The issue also touches on the Nurse Training Act of 1971, which, while providing some support for nursing education, is funded at a fraction of the level allocated for medical education, reflecting ongoing disparities in health workforce training. Notable figures mentioned include Senator Jacob Javits and Dr. Roger Egeberg, emphasizing the political context surrounding health policy at the time.
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The article examines the implications of the Health Professions Educational Assistance Amendments of 1971 on medical education funding and the distribution of health personnel.
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This piece discusses the inadequate medical care at Attica Prison and the systemic failures that led to the deaths of inmates during and after the rebellion.
The article details the struggle of residents against Columbus Hospital's expansion plans that threaten their homes and community.
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